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      Question

      In April 2026, the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA)

      notified two institutions as national repositories. Which institute in Pune was notified for its microbial and fungal culture collections?
      A National Centre for Cell Science Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C National Institute of Virology Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      In April 2026, the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) notified the MACS Collection of Microorganisms and National Fungal Culture Collection at Agharkar Research Institute (ARI), Pune, Maharashtra as national repositories under Section 39 of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002. The MACS Collection specializes in preserving microbial cultures, while the National Fungal Culture Collection of India is a leading national repository dedicated to fungal diversity.

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